About Village of Fairport
The Village of Fairport, located in Fairport, Monroe County, New York (PHA Code: NY406), manages approximately 497 assisted housing units. This agency administers two primary housing assistance programs: the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program.
Currently, the waitlist for the Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program is open for new applications. The waitlist for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is closed. Applicants should note that waitlist statuses can change; the PBV waitlist has recently fluctuated between open and closed. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit for the Rochester, NY MSA area is $51,950 annually. Potential applicants are advised to verify the current application status directly with the housing authority.
Project-Based Voucher (PBV) Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Contact property directly
Additional Notes
All PBV waiting lists are site specific. The following projects have open PBV waiting lists: The Crosman Apartments, Fairport Apartments, Marketplace Senior Apartments, Midvale Commons. Eligibility is targeted to families who need them most, with 75% of new households needing incomes not exceeding 30% of the area median income.
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1 programThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The Section 8 Waiting List is currently closed. Until further notice, FURA Section 8 will not issue new vouchers to applicants on the waiting list due to funding restrictions imposed by HUD. During this time, your number on the waiting list will not change.
Status History
Official Application
Contact Village of Fairport directly at (585) 421-3241 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
Contact the housing authority directly for application information.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Village of Fairport
Check Current Status
Village of Fairport currently has 1 open waiting list (PBV). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Village of Fairport, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $51,950/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Contact Village of Fairport directly at (585) 421-3241 to request an application. Applications are always free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Village of Fairport, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Village of Fairport manages approximately 497 assisted housing units (497 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Fairport. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Village of Fairport
PBV Project-Based Voucher open
Project-Based Vouchers at Village of Fairport are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Fairport. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Village of Fairport provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Fairport. This program serves approximately 497 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Village of Fairport Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Village of Fairport are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Rochester, NY MSA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $51,950. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $21,850 | $36,400 | $58,200 |
| 2 Persons | $24,950 | $41,600 | $66,500 |
| 3 Persons | $28,050 | $46,800 | $74,800 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $51,950 | $83,100 |
| 5 Persons | $37,650 | $56,150 | $89,750 |
| 6 Persons | $43,150 | $60,300 | $96,400 |
| 7 Persons | $48,650 | $64,450 | $103,050 |
| 8 Persons | $54,150 | $68,600 | $109,700 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Village of Fairport — including across state lines.